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NHL regular season begins tonightThe puck drops on the NHL regular season that will look a little different to hockey fans. The season is expanding to 84 games, and teams will play at least four games against divisional opponents. Dan Berlin, a sports media professor at Toronto Metropolitan University, joins Ross Hull to break down the changes, and what...Global News MorningSep 29
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Oil and Gas works create platform advocating for mental health awarenessTyler Krushen and Kurtis Winda both wanted to give fellow oilpatch workers a way to have open and honest conversations about their industry. They created Run The Patch, a platform giving men an avenue to talk about the struglles they may have with mental health and addiction. They say having these conversations allows others to...HealthOct 17
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Business Matters: Cenovus Energy buying Athabasca Oil in $5.7B dealCanadian oil and natural gas company Cenovus Energy is buying oilsands producer Athabasca Oil in a cash and stock deal valued at $5.7 billion. That story and more in Business Matters for October 5, 2026.CanadaOct 5
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Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine examines Washington-Kyiv rift and implications of easing Russian oil sanctionsAs a diplomatic rift deepens between Washington and Kyiv, President Trump has signed an executive order pausing a bipartisan congressional sanctions package against Russia. Global’s Jazan Grewal is joined by William Taylor, former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine and distinguished fellow, to analyze the impactions of this shift in foreign policy.PoliticsOct 18
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G7 to release 100 million barrels of oil reserves as diesel prices surgeThe G7 agreed to release 100 million barrels of diesel and crude oil reserves in a bid to ease soaring fuel prices. French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed the move Friday as the average diesel price in Britain reached £2 a litre for the first time. Motorists expressed frustration over rising costs, with some considering remote...EconomyOct 2
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Middle East oil exports rebound to pre-war levels while prices remain highNew data from analysis firm Kplr shows crude oil exports out of the Middle East exceeded levels seen before the Iran war began for about half of September. Despite more supply making it to the global market, oil prices remain well above pre-war levels. Jacqueline Hansen has more behind why.Oct 5
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Canada’s economic growth stalled in JulyAfter expanding for three months in a row, Canada’s gross domestic product was flat in July. As Jacqueline Hansen reports, economists expect growth to slow even more this year following the latest U.S. tariffs and Canada’s counter tariffs.EconomySep 29
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New Middle East attacks threaten oil supplyThe Iran war is dragging other Middle East countries into a broader conflict that’s showing no signs of stopping anytime soon. Jackson Proskow explains what the Houthi rebels and Saudi Arabia are accusing each other of, how the global oil supply is being threatened, and what it means for consumers in the U.S.Global NationalSep 16
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Trump claims U.S. has taken more oil from Strait of Hormuz than ever beforeU.S. President Donald Trump commented on Tuesday that the United States has taken “more oil from the Hormuz Strait over the last couple of days than at any point in history.” Trump’s comment comes as gas prices remain higher on average than compared to previous months.U.S. NewsSep 29
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Puck drops on NHL STREET Harbour FestThe National Hockey League (NHL) and National Hockey League Players’ Association (NHLPA), in partnership with Halifax Regional Municipality, today unveiled the full lineup of attractions and interactive experiences for 2026 NHL STREET Harbour Fest. The free, two-day street hockey festival will take place Sept. 12-13 at Emera Oval (5775 Cogswell St., Halifax, NS B3K 4B2),...EntertainmentSep 12
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WHL tests new “No Return” overtime ruleThe Western Hockey League is using the preseason to test a new rule that could change the way three-on-three overtime is played.SportsSep 3
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Pain in the gas: Oil surges above $100/barrel again as Iran war reignitesThe price of oil has again spiked over $100 USD a barrel after more intense attacks in the U.S. and Israel’s war on Iran. As Heather Yourex-West reports, consumers in Canada and around the world are feeling the pain at the gas pumps.Global NationalSep 9
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Saudi Arabia shuts oil pipeline after drone attack from Iraqi territory near Iran borderIraq is investigating a drone attack on a key Saudi oil pipeline – which they confirmed originated from its territory near the border with Iran – on Friday. Satellite images show damage to the cross-country East-West pipeline. Before being shut down Friday, the facility played a crucial role in Saudi Arabia’s ability to export oil...EconomySep 12
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Oil climbs above $100 per barrel as attacks by Iran, U.S. further threaten supplyThe price of Brent crude oil climbed above $100 per barrel for the first time since July following more attacks by Iran and the U.S. near the Strait of Hormuz – a critical route for oil tankers. That story and more in Business Matters for Sept. 9, 2026.CanadaSep 9
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U.S. military strikes 3 Iranian oil tankers in latest escalationThe U.S. military has struck three Iranian oil tankers and permanently disabled two of them after ballistic missiles were fired at two of its naval ships. But as Candice Cole reports, the strikes have once again heightened tension in an already hostile Strait of Hormuz and Persian Gulf.PoliticsSep 5
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U.S. forces destroy 3 Iranian oil tankers after missile attacks on Navy shipsU.S. Central Command said it destroyed or disabled three Iranian crude oil tankers on Saturday after the IRGC launched ballistic missiles toward two U.S. Navy warships. CENTCOM said the American vessels evaded the attacks and no U.S. personnel were injured. “If you shoot at two of our ships, we will impose an even higher economic...U.S. NewsSep 5
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What Trump’s Venezuela oil deal means for Canada’s energy sectorU.S. President Donald Trump’s oil deal with Venezuela could have some consequences for Canada, as both countries produce the same type of heavy crude. Heather Yourex-West explains what it might mean for the future of the Canadian energy industry.Global NationalAug 31
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Lethbridge Hurricanes prepare for new WHL seasonThe ‘Canes are looking to bounce back after a rough 25/26 season. A strong goalie tandem battle, fresh general manager ideas and more experienced core mean higher expectations for the team. Justin Sibbet reports.SportsAug 27
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Danielle Smith pushes for accelerated West Coast pipeline as Trump flaunts Venezuela oil dealAlberta Premier Danielle Smith pushed, again, for the plans for a West Coast oil pipeline through Canada to be accelerated just days after U.S. President Donald Trump announced he had made an oil deal with Venezuela. With the U.S. being Canada’s biggest customer of crude oil exports, Smith said the pipeline in question – among...CanadaSep 1
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Halifax to be first city in Canada to host NHL Street Harbour FestThe National Hockey League is bringing NHL Street Harbour Fest to the Emera Oval in September. Halifax will be the first city in Canada to host such an event. Local community organizations will be there, including the Halifax Mooseheads. David Murdock has more.Global News at 6 HalifaxAug 28